University of Azores
Erasmus page http://novoportal.uac.pt/en/studying-uac Erasmus code P ACORES01
Brief description of the University The University of the Azores (UAc) is located in the Archipelago of the Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal. It is the only university located in the archipelago. Contact person(s) Ms. Rosana Furtado [email protected] Field(s) of bilateral agreement Business Administration Tourism, Catering, and Hotel Management
Academic and Administrative Matters
Courses for exchange students in English Bachelors http://novoportal.uac.pt/pt-pt/ensino-licenciaturas Masters http://novoportal.uac.pt/pt-pt/ensino-mestrados
Language requirement(s) English (B1) and Portuguese (B1) Orientation Day To be determined each semester Semesters (including examination Fall semester: September 11th-January 17th period) Spring semester: February 15th-June 26th Application deadline Fall semester: Nomination deadline: May 31st Application deadline: June 30th Spring semester: Nomination deadline: October 31st Application deadline: November 30th Application procedure http://novoportal.uac.pt/en/studying-uac Accommodation http://servicosonline.uac.pt/doit/ Costs of living expenses €550-650 per month
About the city The Azores are known for their vibrantly-colored blue green lakes, fertile prairies, volcanic craters, colorful hydrangeas, 15th century churches, and majestic manor houses.
University of Azores - Academic Calendar 2017/2018 (except Nursing degree)
1st Semester (winter) Portuguese classes- level I (A1/A2) 4 September, 2017 First day of classes 11 September, 2017 Last day of classes 21 December, 2017 Regular exam season 04 to 17 January, 2018 Extraordinary exam season 25 January to 3 February, 2018*
2nd Semester (Spring) Portuguese classes- level I (A1/A2) 5 February, 2018 First day of classes 15 February, 2018 Last day of classes 8 June, 2018 Regular exam season 14 to 26 June, 2018 Extraordinary exam season 4 to 13 July, 2018*
Vacation/Holidays Christmas 22 December, 2017 to 2 January, 2018 Carnival 12 to 14 February, 2018 Easter 26 March to 2 April, 2018
* Admissions to this exam season require an on-line previous registration. The registration period takes place immediately after the regular exam season.
PARTNER INFORMATION SHEET - ACADEMIC YEAR 2017/2018
General Information Name of Institution Universidade dos Açores Erasmus Code P ACORES01 Students Exchange Unit ERO – External Relations Office Universidade dos Açores Courier And Address External Relations Office – Reitoria Rua da Mãe de Deus 9500-321 Ponta Delgada E-mail Address [email protected] General Website www.uac.pt
Contact details for exchange Pró-Rector for External Relations and Prof. Susana Leal Cultural Extension Email: [email protected] Bilateral Agreements and Graça Pinheiro Cavaco Outgoing Students Phone: +351 296 650 406 Email: [email protected] Incoming Students Rosana Furtado Student Traineeships Phone: +351 296650169 Email: [email protected] Welcome and Integration Maria João Mocho: Summer courses Phone: +351 296650645 Staff Incoming Email: [email protected]
Admissions Calendar Nomination Period 1st Semester and 1 year: until 30 May, 2017 (by universities) 2nd Semester: until 31 October, 2017 Online Application Deadlines 1st Semester and 1 year: until 30 June 2017 (by students) 2nd Semester: until 30 November 2017 1st Semester and 1 year: 4 September 2017 Arrival Dates 2nd Semester: 5 February 2018
Guidance and Admissions Email Address for Nominations [email protected] Application forms and Informations in exchange-related information http://novoportal.uac.pt/en/studying-uac Online Applications in http://servicosonline.uac.pt/doit/
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The student must register first and then fill in the Mobility tab the erasmus form. The student must complete the online form and attach all required documents, including the LA signed by the student and the home University.
Language Requirements Classes are taught in Portuguese. There may be some tutorial support in English. Therefore, B1 level of Portuguese is recommended. Students must do the Portuguese language course in the Erasmus+ OLS platform.
Portuguese Foreign Language Portuguese Languages classes, in the UAc, the courses are recommended and start on the first week of September in the first semester or in February for the second semester.
1st and 2nd semester language courses: Free for mobility students.
Level and code of Portuguese course: PLE I – code 1301 – level A1 or A2 PLE II – code 1784 – level B1 PLE III – code 1832 – level C1 Admission documents Learning Agreement duly signed Academic Transcript of Records Colored photo ID/Passport European Health Insurance Card / International Health Insurance
Academic Information Academic Calendar 1st Semester: 11 September 2017 – 3 February 2018 2nd semester: 15 February 2018 – 13 July 2018 Academic Calendar - Polytechnic 1st Semester: 4 September 2017 – 31 January 2018 education (Nursing area) 2nd semester: 5 February 2017 – 4 July 2018 Holiday interruptions Christmas: 22 December 2017 – 2 January 2018 Easter: 26 March – 2 April 2018 Enrolment Upon arrival, you must address the External Relations Office (ERO) to obtain all the necessary information for registration. It´s mandatory to pay a student insurance (3,08€). You shall bring your arrival certificate form to be completed and signed by the mobility coordinator. Campus and Schools Campus in Ponta Delgada (S.Miguel Island):
School of Science and Technology Department of Biology
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Department Physics, Chemistry and Engineering Department Geosciences Department of Informatics Department of Mathematics and Statistics
School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Department of Education Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Department of History, Philosophy and Arts Department of Psychology Department of Sociology
School of Business and Economics
Department of Economics and Law Department of Management
School of Health Sciences
Department of Nursing, Family and Community Health
Campus Angra do Heroísmo (Terceira Island):
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Environment Department of Agricultural Sciences Department of Science and Environmental Engineering
School of Health Sciences
Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Gerontology
Campus Horta (Island Faial): Faculty of Science and Technology Department of Oceanography and Fisheries
Grading System Grading system Spanish grading system is based on a 1 http://novoportal.uac.pt/en/studying-uac to 20 scale
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Practical Information for Incoming students Orientation Sessions for Incoming 1st Semester: beginning of September (Dates to be Students defined) 2nd Semester: beginning of February (Dates to be defined) Contact: [email protected]
The ERO advises students to apply to accommodation in residence at the University, the students should submit their application online through the portal: http://servicosonline.uac.pt/doit/, then click on Alojamento/Accommodation and then choose the form Housing Information application. The residence has limited seating, so if you have no place, you should look for a place to live. It is very easy to find a shared apartment. You can stay in a hostel or hotel for the first few days, while looking for permanent accommodation. You can ask for help in the Academic Association of the University of the Azores. Contact details: E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.aaua.uac.pt/
Safety and Health European Health Insurance Card, compulsory for all EU students (except Turkish). A private accident policy is recommended for non-European students. The UAc offers this service to all exchange students by paying a fee. Immigration Requirements EU students (except Turkish): identity card or Passport. Non-European and Turkish students must arrive with a student visa.
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